Another Drone Pilot does it Again
03-03-2017, 04:32 PM
#4251
I beg to differ. Just one of many ways to easily defeat the NFZ and geo restrictions
http://www.coptersafe.com/product/nfz-mod-phantom-4/
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Astro
http://www.coptersafe.com/product/nfz-mod-phantom-4/
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Astro
03-03-2017, 05:18 PM
#4253
I agree with Astro here , there is no way a product that does what this does should be legal for sale . I wonder what the manufacturer/seller's liability will be when a drone equipped with one of these boards gets caught doing something nasty inside a no fly zone ?
03-03-2017, 05:20 PM
#4254
The average person wouldn't be able to understand the instructions due to the reliance on smart phone tech. If they can't find it on their smart phone, it's not possible to do it
03-03-2017, 05:30 PM
#4255
The average "millennial" doesn't even know how to check the oil in their car so how would they know how to use a screwdriver. HELL, a good majority of the "under 45s" at work don't know what's under the hood of their car, let alone how to change the oil, spark plug or air filter. They rely on others of that age group that were shown how to do the bare basics at a quick lube place or take it to the local dealership and pay the high costs for the "factory trained techs" to do it for them
03-04-2017, 06:06 AM
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03-04-2017, 06:10 AM
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The average "millennial" doesn't even know how to check the oil in their car so how would they know how to use a screwdriver. HELL, a good majority of the "under 45s" at work don't know what's under the hood of their car, let alone how to change the oil, spark plug or air filter. They rely on others of that age group that were shown how to do the bare basics at a quick lube place or take it to the local dealership and pay the high costs for the "factory trained techs" to do it for them
03-09-2017, 02:38 PM
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03-09-2017, 03:16 PM
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https://www.defensetech.org/2017/03/...C=eb_170309.nl
US ‘Jammer’ Curbs ISIS Drone Threat in Mosul Battle
US ‘Jammer’ Curbs ISIS Drone Threat in Mosul Battle
I certainly hope the US military would have the technology to handle threats along those lines.
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03-09-2017, 08:14 PM
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03-10-2017, 10:16 AM
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Hi CJ , My feeling here is that they will deploy and use it in areas where politicians and other potential targets are at risk from an attack using weaponized drones , but that the general population (read , us the common folk) will never have the benefit of such protection .
03-10-2017, 11:47 AM
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Hi Sport , It's an interesting thing , these new developments in technology and the different benefits/perils they bring . Your mention of what amounts to a self flying helicopter , manned but not piloted by a person , is like the self driving cars that are already being driven in limited tests in some localities . Yes indeed the self driving car will save LOTS of accidents from happening because the computer will not drive with either Ego nor Attitude , but accidents will be caused by miscreants hacking into the car's controls . Being of a generation where we controlled our machines by hand and with our egos and 'tudes we were at least in some control over our chances of a crash , drive like a crazy person and your far likelier to have a crash than if your driving like a driving school instructor . A hacked into control will be beyond the passenger's control and I'm very happy to have lived before such automation becomes the norm . Sure , 100 years from now folks will think we were SO primitive for having to actually pilot our vehicles while the machine does it all for them , and I do believe that the automated transportation will be safer for them , right up till that hack or computer "Brainfart" renders the system inoperative while the vehicle is still in motion ....
03-10-2017, 11:52 AM
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Hi CJ , My feeling here is that they will deploy and use it in areas where politicians and other potential targets are at risk from an attack using weaponized drones , but that the general population (read , us the common folk) will never have the benefit of such protection .
Could be, Init. Nothing they are doing now seems to be any more effective than sending the perps the Drone Club's educational material. The response to their ineffectiveness will be more of the SOS from the polititwits at state and local levels that will only impact model aircraft flying. Screw 'em, I'm growing sympathetic with the vigilantes and their shotguns.
03-10-2017, 02:08 PM
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Hi CJ , My feeling here is that they will deploy and use it in areas where politicians and other potential targets are at risk from an attack using weaponized drones , but that the general population (read , us the common folk) will never have the benefit of such protection .
03-10-2017, 02:31 PM
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The drone operator depending on operation location is putting the general public at risk.
Mike
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03-10-2017, 03:17 PM
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Hello Hound dog my Friend , I will say that over the years there have been one or a few fliers like that at the club field where I fly , and thankfully "the system" always worked to correct the problem with their flying . If they were inexperienced they were educated . If they were ignorant they were eradicated . All it takes is having a set of club officers who will do the right thing for the club first (and not favor ANY single member) who have the backing of the entire club because they always DO act in the club's best interest , and problems like you mention are short lived indeed . Now could you please tell me where that system is for the unaffiliated rogue drone flyer whose putting their drones through Hi rise building's windows ?
PS , I couldn't imagine flying at a club that week after week tolerated safety deficient flying such that the members were always worried about getting hit by a plane ......
03-10-2017, 03:21 PM
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Could be, Init. Nothing they are doing now seems to be any more effective than sending the perps the Drone Club's educational material. The response to their ineffectiveness will be more of the SOS from the polititwits at state and local levels that will only impact model aircraft flying. Screw 'em, I'm growing sympathetic with the vigilantes and their shotguns.
Hi CJ , 
Well said ! Like I mentioned above , the club I belong to actually does have a perfectly functioning system to keep the flying safe & fun for all participants . Where IS this same protection mechanism to protect the general public from the unaffiliated BLOS drone flyer ?
03-11-2017, 05:54 AM
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The guy who always crashes at the club field is a threat to those in the hobby and are in the general area of those participating in the hobby and you have the means at hand to control him or her in the club by laws.. We know the risks when we pull in the gate. Now risks to spectators need to be addressed by event staff to minimize the risk .
The drone operator depending on operation location is putting the general public at risk.
Mike
The drone operator depending on operation location is putting the general public at risk.
Mike
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03-11-2017, 05:56 AM
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Hello Hound dog my Friend , I will say that over the years there have been one or a few fliers like that at the club field where I fly , and thankfully "the system" always worked to correct the problem with their flying . If they were inexperienced they were educated . If they were ignorant they were eradicated . All it takes is having a set of club officers who will do the right thing for the club first (and not favor ANY single member) who have the backing of the entire club because they always DO act in the club's best interest , and problems like you mention are short lived indeed . Now could you please tell me where that system is for the unaffiliated rogue drone flyer whose putting their drones through Hi rise building's windows ?
PS , I couldn't imagine flying at a club that week after week tolerated safety deficient flying such that the members were always worried about getting hit by a plane ......Hit the nail on the head!
I agree 100%
Astro
03-11-2017, 06:37 AM
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Originally Posted by rcmiket 
The guy who always crashes at the club field is a threat to those in the hobby and are in the general area of those participating in the hobby and you have the means at hand to control him or her in the club by laws.. We know the risks when we pull in the gate. Now risks to spectators need to be addressed by event staff to minimize the risk .
The drone operator depending on operation location is putting the general public at risk.
Mike
Originally Posted by init4fun Hello Hound dog my Friend , I will say that over the years there have been one or a few fliers like that at the club field where I fly , and thankfully "the system" always worked to correct the problem with their flying . If they were inexperienced they were educated . If they were ignorant they were eradicated . All it takes is having a set of club officers who will do the right thing for the club first (and not favor ANY single member) who have the backing of the entire club because they always DO act in the club's best interest , and problems like you mention are short lived indeed . Now could you please tell me where that system is for the unaffiliated rogue drone flyer whose putting their drones through Hi rise building's windows ?
PS , I couldn't imagine flying at a club that week after week tolerated safety deficient flying such that the members were always worried about getting hit by a plane ......Hit the nail on the head!
I agree 100%
Astro
I'm currently a member of 5 clubs. 3 in AZ 2 in WI. None of witch really do much about these guys that are Icomponent flyers or just disregard rules and safety in general. 3 years ago I complained about the situations that existed at my home field and it got so bad that people wouldn't talk to me. I gave up and now things are more tranquil but still they refuse to make waves. Look at this yet he keeps flying when the wind is from his right because he can't make a right turn.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXxCaupAQ8Q
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03-11-2017, 06:53 AM
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Originally Posted by rcmiket The guy who always crashes at the club field is a threat to those in the hobby and are in the general area of those participating in the hobby and you have the means at hand to control him or her in the club by laws.. We know the risks when we pull in the gate. Now risks to spectators need to be addressed by event staff to minimize the risk .
The drone operator depending on operation location is putting the general public at risk.
Mike
Originally Posted by init4fun Hello Hound dog my Friend , I will say that over the years there have been one or a few fliers like that at the club field where I fly , and thankfully "the system" always worked to correct the problem with their flying . If they were inexperienced they were educated . If they were ignorant they were eradicated . All it takes is having a set of club officers who will do the right thing for the club first (and not favor ANY single member) who have the backing of the entire club because they always DO act in the club's best interest , and problems like you mention are short lived indeed . Now could you please tell me where that system is for the unaffiliated rogue drone flyer whose putting their drones through Hi rise building's windows ?
PS , I couldn't imagine flying at a club that week after week tolerated safety deficient flying such that the members were always worried about getting hit by a plane ......Hit the nail on the head!
I agree 100%
Astro
I'm currently a member of 5 clubs. 3 in AZ 2 in WI. None of witch really do much about these guys that are Icomenentflyrs or just disreguard rules and safety in general. 3 years ago I complained about the situations that existed at my home field and it got so bad that people wouldn't talk to me. I gave up and now things are more tranquil but still they refuse to make waves. Look at this yet he keeps flying when the wind is from his right because he can't make a right turn.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXxCaupAQ8Q
Mike
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03-11-2017, 11:54 AM
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We don't have any rules against "bad" pilots at out home field (or any club I've visited) . IMO the guy isn't the best flyer I've ever seen and at least the guy crashes in the proper place and not the pits. Apparently you all know of his lack of ability and are aware and stay on the ground to watch or shoot video.. Just what club rules was he violating?
Mike
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03-11-2017, 02:18 PM
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We don't have any rules against "bad" pilots at out home field (or any club I've visited) . IMO the guy isn't the best flyer I've ever seen and at least the guy crashes in the proper place and not the pits. Apparently you all know of his lack of ability and are aware and stay on the ground to watch or shoot video.. Just what club rules was he violating?
Mike
Mike